Quadrilocale in Via delle Fabbriche 45

The Ligurian Apennines rise immediately to the north and east of the city, forming steep hills that meet the urban fabric. The city fronts onto the Ligurian Sea; the harbour is one of Italy's largest commercial ports and includes passenger ferry terminals with services to Sardinia, Corsica and other Mediterranean destinations. The Bisagno and Polcevera rivers cross the city and reach the sea within the urban area. The Beigua Regional Natural Park lies to the west of Genoa; most of its higher mountain sectors are outside the immediate urban fringe. There are no significant ski lifts within 15 km; small Apennine skiing facilities are further inland. The city contains Cristoforo Colombo airport, main railway stations, university campuses, hospitals, museums and a dense medieval historic centre. The historic centre includes "Le Strade Nuove and the system of the Palazzi dei Rolli", a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Porto Antico and the port-industrial zone are major transport and economic features. The area is known for maritime trade, shipbuilding, the historic harbour and the steep terraced slopes above the waterfront.